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Social structure of mesopotamia |
| Answer» or most of the early civilizations, including Mesopotamia, the social structure was usually like this:Ruling Class:\xa0Kings and nobles who were chosen because of their courage and success as a warrior. This soon changed to heredity. Then priests and priestesses who intervened with the gods to bring good fortune to the earth. Usually they were members of the royal family or close supporters of the king.Free Commoners:\xa0These are peasant cultivators who farmed on their own land. They can also consist of professional jobs such as doctors or merchantsDependent Clients:\xa0These people work on land that is not their own. It is land that is most likely owned by the King or nobles.Slaves:\xa0These are servants to people and are usually prisoners of war, criminals, or are heavily in debt. | |